You can enjoy this bit of exercise at whatever level is your preference. Run, walk, stroll with the kids, or be a real competitor. Something for every runner. Just make sure that you are there early. http://www.montereybayhalfmarathon.org will get you all the details.
The days are growing shorter and nights are colder. The summer fruits have begun to disappear but the bounty of the area is still available at the markets. Come on out and see the selection, maybe see some neighbors and pick up some gifts for the coming holiday season. If these dates and locations don't […]
All of you lovers and growers of orchids, and those who would love to know more, here's your chance to learn about, buy, and maybe trade knowledge, plants and contact info. There will be other plants as well, like carnivores. More info and details at http://www.carmelorchidsociety.org
It starts at 2:00, heads north up Main St. and has everything a good parade should, bands, floats, marching groups, flags, and color guards. It also has a lot more, firetrucks, vintage cars, and lots of kids. Come down early, dress warmly, get a good seat and hope that the rain has passed. Good All-American […]
Right now they are looking for golfer but soon it will be the day to come out and play a round or two and win something. At the Pajaro Valley Golf Club in Royal Oaks. Lots of details at http://www.artichokefestival.org So many new and interesting ways to be part of the heart of the 'choke.
You may have been looking for a way to help the Ukranian people in a direct way, even have a chance to hear their stories. Here is that chance. The Church of the Good Shepherd is hosting a Ukranian Festival. It will include dances, songs, food, and games. All of these are intended to inform […]
Also known as Doc Ricketts Lab. Visit the site that Steinbeck's best buddy created in order to support and house his business of collecting specimens. That in turn supported his research and writing about the marvelous diversity of the bay and environs. Here is the place where he and his helpers, often including John Steinbeck […]
Not only is this a historic adobe from the earliest days of Monterey but it is an art gallery featuring some of the better known artists of the area. It's open on the weekends and features docents guiding visitors around the art and architecture.
Two National Geographic contributors are the creators and contributors to this book and media presentation focused on the Monterey Bay and its immediate surroundings. From the magnificent whales to the small mammals and reptiles on the shores they show the complex web of life in our area. For more details try http://www.bayoflife.net
The is their first gala intended to raise funds for their programs raising awareness and accommodation for the visually challenged in our community. There will be music ,dancing, auctions, and food to get you in a giving mood. A worthy cause and set at a wonderful venue. Details can be found at http://www.blindandlowvision.org
